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Nebraska Cornhuskers Look to Upset Illinois Fighting Illini in Semifinal Showdown at Target Center

The Nebraska Cornhuskers are gearing up for a thrilling semifinal matchup against the Illinois Fighting Illini at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Both teams have fought hard to reach this stage of the tournament, and fans can expect an intense battle on the court.


Feb 4, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA;  Nebraska Cornhuskers Head Coach Fred Hoiberg talks with players during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

According to the latest betting data, the Illinois Fighting Illini are currently favored to win the game. DraftKings and FanDuel both have the Illini as the frontrunners with odds of -192 and -194, respectively. On the other hand, the Nebraska Cornhuskers are considered underdogs with odds of +160 on DraftKings and FanDuel.


The point spread for this game is set at -4 in favor of Illinois. This means that if you bet on Illinois, they would need to win by more than 4 points for your bet to be successful. Conversely, if you bet on Nebraska, they can either win or lose by less than 4 points for your bet to win.


Feb 4, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA;  Nebraska Cornhuskers Head Coach Fred Hoiberg reacts during the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

The total points line for this game is set at 155 points on DraftKings and 156.5 points on FanDuel. Bettors can wager on whether they believe the total combined score of both teams will be over or under this line.


It's worth noting that there have been some changes in the betting lines and odds since they were initially released. The odds for Illinois winning have shifted slightly upwards, indicating increased confidence in their victory. On the other hand, Nebraska's odds have seen a slight increase as well, suggesting that some bettors believe they have a chance to upset their opponents.


Jan 31, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The Illinois fighting Illini student fans known as the    Orange Crush    cheer on their team during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

As we approach game day, fans eagerly await this exciting matchup between two talented teams. The Nebraska Cornhuskers will need their star players to step up and deliver exceptional performances if they hope to overcome the favored Illinois Fighting Illini.


The game is scheduled to take place on March 16, 2024, at 7:30 PM UTC at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Fans can catch all the action live on CBS.


In conclusion, the Nebraska Cornhuskers face a tough challenge as they go head-to-head against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the semifinals. With the odds stacked against them, the Cornhuskers will need to bring their A-game to secure a spot in the finals. Don't miss this thrilling matchup between two formidable teams vying for victory at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

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